Hydra flask or hydro flask??

jerlove

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I heard one of the guys talking about an awesome water bottle they use that keeps water cold for hours. What was the name of the bottle? I can find a Hydra Flask from Australia but nothing local. Is that the correct web site?
 
I have a question about the Hydroflask. I have tried using stainless steel water bottles (not the Hydroflask brand) and found the metallic taste (of the water, the edge of the bottle) offensive. Has anyone had that issue with the Hydroflask?
 
I have a question about the Hydroflask. I have tried using stainless steel water bottles (not the Hydroflask brand) and found the metallic taste (of the water, the edge of the bottle) offensive. Has anyone had that issue with the Hydroflask?

I had the same problem with other stainless steel water bottles. I did not like the feel/taste of the metal.

Here is the thread I posted about my alternative.
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2523097

Thermos makes several double walled stainless steel water bottles. Remember Thermos? I think they may have invented the double walled vaccum bottle.


Thermos may refer to:
A vacuum flask generically known as a "thermos"
a brand of domestic vacuum flask made by Thermos, L.L.C.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vacuum_flask

A vacuum flask, colloquially called a thermos after a genericized ubiquitous brand, is a storage vessel which provides thermal insulation by interposing a partial vacuum between the contents and the ambient environment. The evacuated region of the partial vacuum removes material that could serve as a heat conductor or carrier, enabling the flask to keep its contents hotter or cooler than its surroundings. Vacuum flasks are commonly used as insulated shipping containers.

The vacuum flask was invented by Scottish physicist and chemist Sir James Dewar in 1892 and is sometimes referred to as a Dewar flask after its inventor. The first vacuum flasks for commercial use were made in 1904 when a German company, Thermos GmbH, was formed. Thermos, their trademark for their flasks, remains a registered trademark in some countries but was declared a genericized trademark in the U.S. in 1963 as it is colloquially synonymous with vacuum flasks in general.
 

I'm sure that if you look around, you will find the Hydro Flask testimonials.

Many folks on the board have bought in multiples because this product is so much better than the other stuff out there.

I've tried Thermos and just about every brand out there and they are useless in comparison to the Hydro Flask.

You can waste your money by buying other brands...but until you plunk down your money on a Hydro Flask....you'll just keep throwing good money after bad.

In addition...each Hydro Flask comes ingraved with a number on the bottom. If you go to www.hydroflask.com, you can register that number and donate 5% of the cost of the flask to a charity of your choice.

You wont be sorry.
 
I had the same problem with other stainless steel water bottles. I did not like the feel/taste of the metal.

Here is the thread I posted about my alternative.
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2523097

Thermos makes several double walled stainless steel water bottles. Remember Thermos? I think they may have invented the double walled vaccum bottle.


Thermos may refer to:
A vacuum flask generically known as a "thermos"
a brand of domestic vacuum flask made by Thermos, L.L.C.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vacuum_flask

A vacuum flask, colloquially called a thermos after a genericized ubiquitous brand, is a storage vessel which provides thermal insulation by interposing a partial vacuum between the contents and the ambient environment. The evacuated region of the partial vacuum removes material that could serve as a heat conductor or carrier, enabling the flask to keep its contents hotter or cooler than its surroundings. Vacuum flasks are commonly used as insulated shipping containers.

The vacuum flask was invented by Scottish physicist and chemist Sir James Dewar in 1892 and is sometimes referred to as a Dewar flask after its inventor. The first vacuum flasks for commercial use were made in 1904 when a German company, Thermos GmbH, was formed. Thermos, their trademark for their flasks, remains a registered trademark in some countries but was declared a genericized trademark in the U.S. in 1963 as it is colloquially synonymous with vacuum flasks in general.

Why would you tout one stainless steel bottle over another that offers you the opportunity to donate a portion of your cost to the charity of your choice?

I'm confused as to why you keep posting that Thermos is better, when they are both stainless steel bottles with the option of a sports cap.

You yourself stated that Hydro Flask is worth the money, but in every thread where it's mentioned, you suggest people buy a Thermos at Target.

Hydro Flask is a small privately owned , environmentally aware and socially conscious company selling a really terrific product.
 
I admit that I haven't gotten a Hydroflask just yet (I don't use water bottles much...other than during trips), but got curious after all of this Thermos vs. Hydro talk. The prices are relatively the same. There's about $3-4 difference. If it were me, I'd just go with the product that I know so many recommend. -shrug-

EDIT: Kevin, I didn't know about the charity factor with Hydro. Is GKTW one?
 
I spent a lot of time looking at the Hydro flask online last night and was all set to order one thru the Amazon store but they would not ship it to Canada.

Does anyone know if Hydro Flasks are available anywhere in Canada? Could not find any information online and my Tweet to hydro flask as not yet been answered.

I have used Thermos' before but just was not that impressed. If Hydro flask performs even half as well as Kevin mentions then I will be sold.
 
EDIT: Kevin, I didn't know about the charity factor with Hydro. Is GKTW one?

Not at the moment, but I have been provided with contact info for the owner of the company and have placed a call, but he's out of town at a trade show.

I'm told he's aware of the Dis and the amount of business we've generated.

I'm going to ask that GKTW be added to his list of charities. I hope we can make this happen!:wizard:
 
I want to get one too, but have a question for those of you that have one - do the bottles fit in standard cup holders? I want to be able to put it in stroller and car cup holders so I can get the most use out of it, and want to make sure it'll fit. Does the standard or narrow mouth make a noticeable difference to anybody? I'm leaning towards standard to make it easier to wash, but figured I'd see if anyone found a good reason for the narrow.

Thanks!
 
I spent a lot of time looking at the Hydro flask online last night and was all set to order one thru the Amazon store but they would not ship it to Canada.

Does anyone know if Hydro Flasks are available anywhere in Canada? Could not find any information online and my Tweet to hydro flask as not yet been answered.

I have used Thermos' before but just was not that impressed. If Hydro flask performs even half as well as Kevin mentions then I will be sold.

Subcribing - I'm in Canada too
 
I want to get one too, but have a question for those of you that have one - do the bottles fit in standard cup holders? I want to be able to put it in stroller and car cup holders so I can get the most use out of it, and want to make sure it'll fit. Does the standard or narrow mouth make a noticeable difference to anybody? I'm leaning towards standard to make it easier to wash, but figured I'd see if anyone found a good reason for the narrow.

Thanks!

I have 3 of the 18 ounce narrow flasks and they rinse quite easily.

They also fit in all standard cup holders.

Unfortunately, I dont have any experience with the wider mouthed flask.
 
I'm told he's aware of the Dis and the amount of business we've generated.

I'm going to ask that GKTW be added to his list of charities. I hope we can make this happen!:wizard:

I mentioned the "plug" from the DIS when I made my enquiry from Scotland.

Then subsequently bought the 18oz followed by the 24oz when we visited Florida last month.
My initial thoughts were that it was an expensive water flask. But I should have never doubted the good folks on here :goodvibes

The 18oz was waiting at our hotel and we road tested it the very next day. The troops were literally fighting for a drink of water out of the flask rather than the plastic bottles I had froze/refrigerated the previous night ;)

Did not know about the number on the bottom of the flask. Will be interested if GKTW get a listing :thumbsup2
 
Why would you tout one stainless steel bottle over another that offers you the opportunity to donate a portion of your cost to the charity of your choice?

I'm confused as to why you keep posting that Thermos is better, when they are both stainless steel bottles with the option of a sports cap.

You yourself stated that Hydro Flask is worth the money, but in every thread where it's mentioned, you suggest people buy a Thermos at Target.

Hydro Flask is a small privately owned , environmentally aware and socially conscious company selling a really terrific product.

You have stated above good reasons for purchasing Hydro Flask. Charity choice donation and small company are good factors that can be weighed in when making a purchase.

The Thermos is not "better". I think the two products are very similar.

I am only suggesting the Thermos vacuum bottle as an alternative.
I prefer it because it offers two models where the place I drink from is covered, where a sports top would be exposed to the elements. This is important to me when I am riding on a dirt bike path. And my bottle is darned pretty!

Now, excuse me while I have a sip of nice cold lemon Crystal Light (not Kool Aid) while I decide if I want cake or pie for dessert. :goodvibes
 
Not at the moment, but I have been provided with contact info for the owner of the company and have placed a call, but he's out of town at a trade show.

I'm told he's aware of the Dis and the amount of business we've generated.

I'm going to ask that GKTW be added to his list of charities. I hope we can make this happen!:wizard:

I sent him an email a few days ago about adding GKTW. Great minds do indeed think alike. ;)
 
HydroFlask has a fan page on Facebook, and they post status updates often. It might be another good source of information on the product & where to buy it.

As far as the wide mouth flask, I bought it from Amazon (free shipping) & love it. Bought the wider mouth one so I could put ice cubes in it more easily. I've filled it with ice and water in the evening, and have still had ice chips in my water the next morning, even when pretty warm outside. I even left it in the car during the day once, and while the water wasn't ice cold, it was WAY cooler than water left in a plastic bottle would be.
 
Not at the moment, but I have been provided with contact info for the owner of the company and have placed a call, but he's out of town at a trade show.

I'm told he's aware of the Dis and the amount of business we've generated.

I'm going to ask that GKTW be added to his list of charities. I hope we can make this happen!:wizard:

Awesome! :thumbsup2 Please keep us informed. I'm going to hold off on my purchase until GKTW is added. :)
 
I am only suggesting the Thermos vacuum bottle as an alternative.
I prefer it because it offers two models where the place I drink from is covered, where a sports top would be exposed to the elements. This is important to me when I am riding on a dirt bike path. And my bottle is darned pretty!

Just want to make sure you didn't miss this in all of the replies...there is a sports/sipper top for the Hydro. I do like that purple design on the Thermos bottle. I expect Hydro will get "pretty" soon too. :goodvibes
 
Awesome! :thumbsup2 Please keep us informed. I'm going to hold off on my purchase until GKTW is added. :)

No need to wait to purchase your Hydro Flask - you enter your bottle's serial number on a different website (FivePercentBack.org) whenever you want. It isn't automatically done with the purchase.
 

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